Tag: Martinez

Chelsea: Emiliano Martinez ‘back in a few weeks’ after operation
18 October 2026 Off

Chelsea: Emiliano Martinez ‘back in a few weeks’ after operation

By Total Football News

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit “in a few weeks” after having an operation following the 2-0 Premier League win at Everton on Saturday.

The 34-year-old Argentina international reportedly broke his jaw after a head collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Martinez needed treatment for eight minutes before leaving the pitch on a stretcher. He was taken to hospital

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Emi Martinez injury mars first Chelsea clean sheet in nine months
17 October 2026 Off

Emi Martinez injury mars first Chelsea clean sheet in nine months

By Total Football News

Chelsea recorded their first Premier League clean sheet for nine months, since a 2-0 win against Brentford in January.

Although Alonso said he was “not obsessed” with keeping a clean sheet, his side, who had conceded a league-high 13 goals before kick-off, were keen to address that record after a much-improved 5-1 win over Bournemouth following the international break.

There had also been discussion about Chelsea being a “soft” team,

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Everton 0-2 Chelsea: Emiliano Martinez head injury worry as Pedro Neto goals earn Premier League win
17 October 2026 Off

Everton 0-2 Chelsea: Emiliano Martinez head injury worry as Pedro Neto goals earn Premier League win

By Total Football News

Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez left the pitch on a stretcher with a serious-looking head injury as Xabi Alonso’s side won at Everton.

Argentina World Cup winner Martinez and Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite clashed heads as they went for the ball in the 75th minute.

Branthwaite was able to continue after treatment, but the game was held up for 10 minutes as Martinez received medical care.

The 34-year-old, who was able

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Man Utd boss Michael Carrick says squad not affected by Lisandro Martinez fallout
16 October 2026 Off

Man Utd boss Michael Carrick says squad not affected by Lisandro Martinez fallout

By Total Football News

Martinez singled out the ‘technical director’ for criticism in Madrid.

There was no mention of Wilcox in his statement, although the former Leeds and Blackburn player, who was made United’s director of football in the aftermath of Dan Ashworth’s sacking in December 2024, was part of the discussions with Martinez that led to his latest statement on his conduct.

Wilcox is back in the spotlight, after also being targeted by

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Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez apologises for outburst and fined
16 October 2026 Off

Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez apologises for outburst and fined

By Total Football News

Following the loss to Atletico, Martinez said he expected more investment in the Manchester United squad and “more from our technical director [Jason Wilcox]”.

The 28-year-old later said he “spoke out of anger and frustration” in making those comments and that he had “belief in my team-mates, our manager and everyone working to help this club move forward”.

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane, speaking on The Overlap podcast,

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Lisandro Martinez: Roy Keane says Man Utd ‘like a circus’
15 October 2026 Off

Lisandro Martinez: Roy Keane says Man Utd ‘like a circus’

By Total Football News

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane says the club are “like a circus” after defender Lisandro Martinez’s criticism of the hierarchy.

Martinez’s comments came after Tuesday’s 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, which stretched their winless streak to five games.

The Argentina international criticised United for not strengthening the squad in the summer following qualification for the Champions League, saying he expected more investment in the United

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Lisandro Martinez interview: Jason Wilcox again the target in latest Man Utd fallout
14 October 2026 Off

Lisandro Martinez interview: Jason Wilcox again the target in latest Man Utd fallout

By Total Football News

Firstly, it must be pointed out Wilcox is going nowhere.

United sources say the 55-year-old is not in any danger of losing his job.

The club’s recruitment department is working on potential targets for January given it is accepted the strategy of not signing left-back competition for Luke Shaw and striking support for Benjamin Sesko was flawed.

Both players have missed matches already this term, with Sesko sidelined for an

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Emiliano Martinez: Why Chelsea need more than new keeper to challenge for title
30 August 2026 Off

Emiliano Martinez: Why Chelsea need more than new keeper to challenge for title

By Total Football News

Just five hours after having his much-anticipated signing confirmed by Chelsea, Emiliano Martinez was walking out at Stamford Bridge to play for his new team against Brighton.

Having been thrown straight into the starting XI by manager Xabi Alonso, however, it quickly became clear that he alone cannot solve their defensive problems.

The 33-year-old said he was “fit and ready” to play despite his £7.5m signing from Aston

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